You are ugly. Smelly. Expensive. Unflattering.
But still, I love you.
UGGs are the warmest and most comfortable pair of shoes I own.
I am not one to care about fashion, style, or the latest trends – no matter how adorable; if it's uncomfortable, it's not for me. My style is all about being comfy. Especially when it comes to the harsh Buffalo winter.
Apparently, that doesn't fly with the male population at UB.
What I don't understand is why guys care so much about what I wear on my feet. I have heard multiple complaints from my male peers and hipsters about how hideous girls look in UGGs and how overrated and generic they are. Guys like to say how they would never like the girl they are dating to wear something "so stupid."
Well, have you seen some of the things you wear?
Since when is it okay to walk around in Timberland Boots when going to class? Last time I checked, you're not a construction worker.
Since I don't hate on guys who decide to wear those less-than-attractive boots to class or think wearing sneakers in the snow is a good idea, who are you to judge if I want to wear my comfy, cozy, and admittedly ugly boots?
I'm not saying that UGGs are appropriate all the time or that all styles are socially acceptable.
Coming from Long Island, I have seen UGGs worn in every way imaginable – with sweatpants, jeans, mini skirts, dresses, leggings, and yoga pants.
I will openly admit that UGGs are ugly and I will fight for them to earn a tolerable reputation in society. However, there are some styles of UGGs that make even me physically nauseous.
You all should know what I'm talking about. The UGGs that look you are wearing a small animal on your feet are beyond my help.
Only a select few those should earn the right to be worn in public.
I'm a fan of the original and simple look – UGGs with jeans – either with the pant legs tucked in or left out. Just make sure you don't look like a slob, and when your pants are tucked in, make sure they're not wrinkly at the bottom. I am also a fan of UGGs with sweatpants or leggings; it's all about the comfort.
So girls, when you're ready to commit to the UGG style, at least make it look presentable.
Wearing UGGs with a mini skirt, a micro dress, or Soffee shorts sounds like a great idea. You get to look cute, but keep your feet cozy and warm. It's a win-win situation, right? Wrong. You'll be just as cold as if you wore a pair of heels or high-heel boots, and you'll just look even more ridiculous.
This is the reason UGGs have a bad reputation.
After talking to multiple guys, they all agree with me.Calm down.
We all agree that UGGs are warm and possibly the best footwear to wear in the snow (if you actually go out and buy the protective spray to make sure your precious boots don't get all soggy –trust me, it's worth it) but you look ridiculous walking around exposing your freshly shaven legs to the Buffalo winds. We all know you are still cold.
There is a way to fix this appalling reputation.
For those overly enthusiastic UGG lovers who insist on wearing them with every outfit, stop trying to sport your summer wardrobe in the middle of January. Just because you're wearing winter shoes, it does not negate the fact that you're wearing a summer dress as a blizzard's roaring around you.
By all means, slip some UGGs on your frozen feet in the morning. Just please make sure you are wearing pants first.
If you must insist on wearing a micro-mini skirt in the middle of a snowstorm, complete the look with a classy pair of gladiator sandals. You'll freeze, but that probably doesn't concern you much.
For those boys out there who judge a girl based on her shoe preference, I'd re-check your priorities. Does it really matter if the shoes she is wearing make her feet look big and round? No. Since when should you be staring at her feet anyway? Do you have a foot fetish? Maybe she is a perfectly amazing girl who is just suffering from very cold feet.
Email: rachel.kramer@ubspectrum.com
